Hardware Architect at Anietronic

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical/Electronics Engineer with a focus on hardware development for smart meters.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the technologies and standards prevalent in the smart metering industry in Nigeria and Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Hardware Development (Architecture, Schematic and PCB layout): Design and develop analog and digital hardware components (voltage sensors, current transformers, microcontrollers, memory, display, communication modules, tamper detection, connectivity, ac-dc power electronics, battery design) for smart meters, including microcontroller-based systems and sensor integration. Test and validate hardware designs to ensure reliability and compliance with industry standards.
• Firmware Development: Have a basic understanding of firmware and microcontroller integration including data collection and communication protocols. Work closely with software engineers to help drive requirements, streamline tests, and troubleshoot firmware.
• Technology Research and Implementation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies in smart metering and assess their applicability to current and future projects. Collaborate with the R&D team to develop intellectual property and integrate new technologies into smart meter designs.
• Standards and Compliance: Ensure that all designs and developments comply with national and international standards relevant to smart metering in Nigeria and Africa. Work with quality assurance teams to certify meters for market readiness.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with other engineers, designers, and stakeholders to develop integrated smart metering solutions—Liaise with external partners, including suppliers and regulatory bodies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications and test reports. Provide regular updates on project progress and technical challenges.

Qualifications

• HND or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in hardware development (architecture, schematic, PCB layout) preferably in the smart metering or related industry.
• Familiarity with microcontroller programming, embedded systems, and IoT technologies.
• Familiarity with communication protocols used in smart meters (e.g., Zigbee, Wi-Fi, GSM, GSM/3G/4G/LTE, PLC, BLE, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN, RF Mesh Network, Modbus, and DLMS/COSEM).
• Understanding of the regulatory environment and standardization in the Nigerian and African smart metering sector.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.